In this example, we’re downloading a complete backup file sent to BackupBuddy Stash and access via iThemes Sync. If you have not downloaded a Complete backup file already, go ahead and download it. We always recommend that you store your backup files and a copy of ImportBuddy in a Remote Destination such as BackupBuddy Stash in case you’re not able to access your server. You’ll need a Complete backup file to do a Complete site restore. A Complete backup contains all files related to your WordPress installation, including your WordPress database, your theme and plugin files, and your Media Library. A Complete backup is exactly what is sounds like … it’s the “whole enchilada” backup of your site. Let’s jump into how to get all of these things together if you need some guidance: Download Your Latest Complete or “Full” Backup Zip FileĪ Complete (or “Full”) backup is one of the 5 types of WordPress backups that BackupBuddy can make of your site. The ImportBuddy file (+ your ImportBuddy password) Database access via PHPmyAdmin or another interface in your hosting account File manager access to your website’s server (to upload files) A Complete backup zip file of your site made with the BackupBuddy plugin In the previous section, we listed everything you need to perform a Complete site restore with BackupBuddy. Prepare for the restore by gathering the necessary “supplies” You should be able to gather what you need for a complete site restore if you have access to your hosting account’s file management and database (we’ll show you everything you need and how to access it.) Steps for Complete Restore with BackupBuddy 1. NOTE: Just don’t be intimidated if all of this seems too technical. For security purposes, you’ll be asked to set a password for your ImportBuddy file in several different places throughout the BackupBuddy plugin (like during Quick Setup), depending on how you download the file. You can download the ImportBuddy file in a couple of ways we cover in the next section. You’ll need a clean/fresh database plus a database user and password with admin privileges. Database access via PHPmyAdmin or another interface in your hosting account. You can also use a text/code editor like BB Edit or Coda that allows you to connect to a server via sFTP. You can usually access your website’s file through your hosting account, like cPanel’s File Manager. File manager access to your website’s server (to upload files). You may have also downloaded it directly to your computer. This is a backup zip file you can download from the Remote Destination you use to store your backups such as BackupBuddy Stash. A Complete backup zip file of your site made with the BackupBuddy plugin.
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